But whipping by at an arm's length from the trees, stone outcroppings and hillside, you get an unmatched sense of raw speed. The undulating hills create gloriously long moments of "float" time, the scenery is stunning, but best of all this ride is astounding smooth for a wooden coaster.

Boulder Dash at Lake Compounce Boulder Dash wins awards from coaster fan clubs year after year, and truly earns each one. Designed into the side of a mountain, this one keeps the ground nearby and doesn't induce much vertigo. But whipping by at an arm's length from the trees, stone outcroppings...

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